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2 days ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Tuesday 12/30/25

High School Basketball Results & Upcoming games, Mitchell Hockey hosting a "Teddy Bear Toss", College game results and more.

3 days ago in

New Years Holiday Garbage Collection & Christmas Tree Collection

Due to the observance of New Year’s Day on Thursday January 1st, 2026 there will be no garbage collection. Garbage will be collected one day later than normal for end of week. Collection will be Friday January 2nd to Saturday January 3rd, 2026.

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South Dakota DUI Arrest Rate Ranks Among Nation’s Highest; Sobriety Checkpoints Planned in January

South Dakota continues to rank near the top nationally for DUI arrests per capita, with one analysis putting the rate at 938.8 arrests per 100,000 people. New enforcement plans include sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties across January.

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South Dakota Sen. Glen Vilhauer seeks reelection in District 5 seat

South Dakota state Sen. Glen Vilhauer of Watertown says he’s running for reelection in Senate District 5. Absentee voting for the 2026 primary begins April 17, with the primary set for June 2.

3 days ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Monday 12/29/25

Hoops City Class & Huron Holiday Classic both begin this morning and college basketball picks back up tonight for DWU and SDSU + the happenings in the NFL & NBA.

6 days ago in

Study Finds Soil Practices Can Significantly Impact Hemp THC Levels

New federally funded research suggests soil management choices could help South Dakota hemp farmers keep crops within legal THC limits while improving crop value.

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Survey Finds Many South Dakotans Struggle With Healthcare Costs and Access

Nearly half of South Dakotans worry they won’t be able to afford needed healthcare in the coming year, according to a new national survey that ranks the state in the middle nationally for cost, quality, and access.

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1 week ago in

U.S. Senator Wraps Up Busy Year-End Week as NDAA Signed Into Law

A South Dakota U.S. senator capped off a historic week in Washington with confirmation votes, briefings, and a White House visit as President Trump signed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act into law.

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Davison County Commissioners Set Dec. 30 Meeting Agenda

The Davison County Commission will meet Tuesday, Dec. 30, to address veterans services, a liquor license hearing, budget matters, and multiple agreements and personnel items.

1 week ago in

Santa Tracker

The NORAD Santa Tracker is back, bringing high-flying holiday excitement as it follows Santa Claus’ journey around the world in real time. For more than 65 years, NORAD has combined cutting-edge radar, satellites, and fighter jets with festive fun, letting families track Santa’s sleigh as he delivers gifts across the globe on Christmas Eve.

1 week ago in College, High School,

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY/WEEKEND SPORTS: Christmas Day in the NBA & NFL, Marlins Hockey action and an early look at games after Christmas weekend

Early look at sports to begin the next week, along with Christmas Day games in the NBA & NFL and Marlins hockey!

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South Dakota Enters Flu Season as Health Officials Monitor H3N2 Variant

South Dakota health officials are preparing for the 2025–2026 influenza season amid concerns about an H3N2 flu strain linked to more severe illness, particularly among older adults and rural residents.

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Attorney General Jackley Seeks Court Order to Stop Deceptive Abortion Pill Advertising in South Dakota

Attorney General Marty Jackley has asked a circuit court to halt what he describes as deceptive abortion pill advertising targeting South Dakota consumers, including teens, at gas stations statewide.

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State Prison Crews Assist with Storm Cleanup at Custer State Park

Minimum-custody offenders and staff from the South Dakota Department of Corrections are assisting with storm damage cleanup at Custer State Park following last week’s windstorm.

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Brookings Student Wins Congressional App Challenge with Wellness App

A Brookings high school student has been named South Dakota’s Congressional App Challenge winner after creating a wellness-focused productivity app. The app will be showcased at the U.S. Capitol and online.

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Housing Market Cools in 2025 as Experts Outline What to Expect in 2026

Housing prices continued to rise in 2025, but at a slower pace, as affordability remained a major challenge nationwide. A real estate expert says technology and global investment trends could shape the housing market in 2026.

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Lake Norden Man Killed in Farming Accident in Hamlin County

A 55-year-old Lake Norden man died Saturday after being pinned by a tractor on a Hamlin County farm, according to the sheriff’s office.

1 week ago in High School,

Sports Roundup: Tuesday 12/23/25

Area High School Basketball & Monday Night Football results and the Minnesota Timberwolves next game.

1 week ago in High School,

SD Prep Media Basketball Poll: Week of Dec. 22

Mitchell teams still in receiving votes and Top 5 ranks, multiple schools with boys & girls in Top 5/10 rankings and only one No. 1 team has a loss.

1 week ago in High School,

SD Power 5 Basketball Poll: Week of Dec. 22

Both Mitchell teams remain in receiving votes/Top 5, orders shift in most boys and girls' classes & Lennox sits as the only team with both boys and girls in Top 5.

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Sports Roundup: Wednesday 12/31/25

High School Basketball Results & Upcoming Games, Mitchell Wrestling, College sports & Timberwolves next game.

2 days ago in Sports

In the NBA, 2025 might go down as the year of the injured. Nikola Jokic joined that club at the end

Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton is going to miss the entire season because of the torn Achilles he suffered in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Boston's Jayson Tatum — who hopes otherwise — might also miss the whole season after tearing his Achilles in the playoffs last spring.

2 days ago in Sports

Tiger Woods turns 50. It’s the one time golf’s greats can relate to him

Talk to any golfer who played against Tiger Woods and there is sure to be at least one story about one shot so sublime they were certain it could not be hit by them or anyone else.

2 days ago in Sports

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is ‘stable’ after 2 die in car accident in Nigeria

Anthony Joshua, the two-time former world heavyweight champion from Britain, was in a stable condition in the hospital Monday after being involved in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people who were close friends and team members, his promoter said.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Where are the wackiest New Year’s Eve drops in the US?

Why let New York City have all the fun with its Times Square ball drop on New Year's Eve? Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes. Many have a hometown flair.